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XBOX: 1,600 Layoffs Today, Another 1,600 Over the Next Year, Four Studios Now Independent or Sold, Arkane in Limbo

More broadly, Microsoft is cutting 4,800 jobs.

Today, Microsoft is laying off 2.1% of its workforce. This equates to 4,800 people that are being let go. The company's XBOX division is cutting about 20% of its entire workforce. All of this is being done in an effort to cut costs due to rising prices and expenses brought about by artificial intelligence (AI).

As a quick reminder: Microsoft plans to spend $190 billion on AI in 2026. In 2025, the company spent $80 billion...
 

PlayStation is Killing Physical Game Discs

Digital only after January 2028.

Starting January 2028, Sony will no longer produce physical discs for new PlayStation game releases. All games released in January 2028 and after will be available only through digital stores such as the PlayStation Store.

Sony attempts to justify this move by claiming it's a "natural direction" in order to "adapt to consumer trends as the general preference for digital media significantly outpaces physical discs."...
 

GTA 6 Starts at $80 with a $100 FOMO Edition and with No Physical Disc Release

And single-player only.

Rockstar Games and Take-Two Interactive Software sure set the gaming news world on fire today with word that Grand Theft Auto 6 will retail at a minimum of $80. Not only will there be the base $79.99 edition for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, but there will also be a Grand Theft Auto 6: Ultimate Edition for $99.99 that adds in exclusive content.

Right out of the gate, we are told that Grand Theft Auto 6 will be single-player only. Well, at...
 

Kaspersky Warns of Malware Spread Through Wallpaper Engine on Steam

Anime continues to be a danger to everyone.

The cybersecurity company Kaspersky has issued a warning about malware being spread through Steam Workshop files for Wallpaper Engine. Malware, hidden through user uploaded wallpaper packages, can lead to issues such as hijacked Steam accounts, the installation of backdoors to a user's PC, or even hidden crypto mining processes.

Wallpaper Engine includes support for various wallpaper formats: Static images, video, interactive...
 

Bungie Announces the End of Destiny 2

All good things...

Bungie is calling it quits on Destiny 2. The Sony owned Marathon developer announced the final live-service content update for Destiny 2. Today's announcement was a long time coming and one that most fans saw the writing on the wall for months ago.

That final content update for Destiny 2, Monument of Triumph, takes place on June 9, 2026. Bungie says that they will begin a "new journey as a studio" on that date with includes working on their...
 

Lord of Hatred Review: Diablo 4 Finally Finds Its Final Form

This is Diablo 4 at its best. I mean it this time. For real.

Returning to the world of Sanctuary for this latest chapter feels like a true homecoming for those of us who have spent hundreds of hours traversing its dark and unforgiving landscapes since the base game launched back in 2023. The release of the Lord of Hatred expansion marks a significant step forward in the narrative that was originally set in motion during the initial campaign and furthered by the events of the Vesse...
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  • Guild Wars 2: Janthir Wilds Expansion to Offer Personal Homes

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    • Published: 06-04-2024, 05:18 PM
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    Guild Wars 2: Janthir Wilds Expansion to Offer Personal Homes

    Spears, player homes, and more coming this August.

    NCSoft and ArenaNet just announced a new expansion for Guild Wars 2. Due to arrive on August 20th, Guild Wars 2: Janthir Wilds will bring with it a fresh year of new story content and additional content updates.

    Players of the MMO will travel to the Isles of Janthir, a location "carefully guarded by the wizards of the Astral Ward." Players will "explore, fight, and learn more about the mysteries of Tyria's...
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  • Destiny 2: The Final Shape is Now Available

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    • Published: 06-04-2024, 03:13 PM
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    Destiny 2: The Final Shape is Now Available

    The final chapter that started with Destiny 1 begins today.

    Technically Destiny 2: The Final Shape is now available. As for whether or not you can actually log in and play at this specific moment in time is a bit more iffy.

    Bungie just released the beginning of the end. With today's release of The Final Shape expansion, the final chapter of Destiny 2's "Light & Darkness Saga" is here. This is the overarching story of Destiny that began back in the first...
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  • Like a Dragon: Yakuza Live-Action Adaptation Coming to Amazon Prime Video in October

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 06-03-2024, 10:35 PM
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    Like a Dragon: Yakuza Live-Action Adaptation Coming to Amazon Prime Video in October

    The six-episode series comes to Prime Video starting October 25.

    I am trying my best to maintain my composure while writing this but DAMN if I'm not extremely excited at the news that Amazon's Prime Video will release Like a Dragon: Yakuza starting this October. This is a live-action adaptation of Sega's Like a Dragon/Yakuza franchise.

    This "crime-suspense-action series" is directed by Masaharu Take and Kengo Takimoto. It will star Ryoma Takeuchi as Kazuma...
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  • The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road Now Available

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    • Published: 06-03-2024, 04:59 PM
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    The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road Now Available

    Another 30 hours of main quest content await you.

    The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road is now available on PC and Mac. This new chapter offers "30 hours of main quest content" all set in the new area of West Weald. There is a new Scribing system to learn, new stories outside of the main quest, and a new Daedric Prince.

    The new Scribing system will let players craft and customize their abilities to better fit their playstyles. The new area, West Weald, borders...
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  • Riven Comes to PC and Quest on June 25

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    • Published: 06-03-2024, 01:28 PM
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    Riven Comes to PC and Quest on June 25

    Flat screen or VR, the choice is yours.

    Cyan Worlds announced that their Riven remake will be released on Windows, Macs, and virtual reality devices on June 25. The release will be through Steam, GOG, Mac App Store, and the Meta Quest storefront for a price of $34.99 (not including special launch discounts).

    Riven is a "from-the-ground-up and expanded remake of the 1997" title, Riven: The Sequel to Myst. This release includes updated visuals, enhanced gameplay...
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  • PlayStation VR2 PC Adapter Costs $60 and Comes with Major Drawbacks

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    • Published: 06-03-2024, 12:51 PM
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    PlayStation VR2 PC Adapter Costs $60 and Comes with Major Drawbacks

    Most of the headset's enhanced features won't work on PC.

    Sony revealed just how PlayStation VR2 owners will get to use their fancy hardware on PC today. The company's official method for using a PS VR2 headset on PC will require a $59.99 PlayStation VR2 PC adapter. This adapter will be sold at select retailers and directly from PlayStation.

    The PlayStation VR2 PC adapter is expected to start rolling out on August 7th. In addition to this $60 adapter, you will also need...
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  • Baldur's Gate 3 Official Mod Support Arrives in September, Alpha Begins Today

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    • Published: 06-03-2024, 11:49 AM
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    Baldur's Gate 3 Official Mod Support Arrives in September, Alpha Begins Today

    It's time to see if the community can cook up stuff even more wild than Larian.

    Official modding support for Baldur's Gate 3 will arrive this September. That month is when the next major update for Baldur's Gate 3 will be released and with it will come the "officially sanctioned toolkit for giving Lae'zel a mullet."

    The Baldur's Gate 3 Toolkit is available for testing right now. Assuming all goes well, it will be officially released as part of Patch 7 in September....
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  • Cheat Maker Vows to Keep Making Call of Duty Cheats After Losing Court Battle to Activision

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    • Published: 06-02-2024, 04:06 PM
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    Cheat Maker Vows to Keep Making Call of Duty Cheats After Losing Court Battle to Activision

    The cheat maker was ordered to pay millions in damages, but DGAF.

    This past week, the United States District Court of the Central District of California granted Activision a legal victory over EngineOwning. EngineOwning is a group that sells cheats for a myriad of video games including Counter-Strike, Battlefield, Titanfall, and Call of Duty.

    The District Court granted Activision's motion for default judgement in their civil case against EngineOwning. This judgement...
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  • Valve Files Trademark for 'Deadlock'

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    • Published: 06-01-2024, 04:23 PM
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    Valve Files Trademark for 'Deadlock'

    Valve's worst kept secret.

    Deadlock is an upcoming hero-shooter from Valve. It is a 6v6 third-person title that currently has 19 different heroes ranging from humans to creatures to robot and more. Each of these heroes have their own unique abilities. Deadlock features gameplay elements similar to MOBAs like Valve's own Dota 2. Players can enhance their hero by amassing a currency earned from getting kills against AI creeps and human players. There are lanes, various traversal options,...
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  • Twitch Ditches Entire Safety Advisory Council in Favor of Twitch Ambassadors

    • Created by: Shawn Zipay
    • Published: 05-31-2024, 06:35 PM
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    Twitch Ditches Entire Safety Advisory Council in Favor of Twitch Ambassadors

    Twitch has decided to replace safety experts with random Twitch Ambassadors.

    Twitch has decided to replace the entirety of their Safety Advisory Council. Instead of being made up of a group of expert consultants, the Safety Advisory Council will now instead be made up of Twitch Ambassadors.

    According to a report from CNBC, the Council was formed in 2020 and consisted of nine industry experts, along with various moderators and streamers. This group was used by Twitch...
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  • Skull and Bones is Free for a Week

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    • Published: 05-30-2024, 08:22 PM
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    Skull and Bones is Free for a Week

    The first ever free week for a AAAA game.

    Are you ready to take the world's first AAAA (QUAD A) video game for a spin? From now through June 6th, you can play Skull and Bones for free. To see what the future of video games will be like, you need only download Skull and Bones through either the Epic Games Store or Ubisoft Connect on PC. The free week trials is also available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

    Once you download the game through any of those platforms,...
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  • NewsBits: State of Play May 2024 Recap

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    • Published: 05-30-2024, 07:09 PM
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    NewsBits: State of Play May 2024 Recap

    From Concord to Astro.

    Sony just hosted a PlayStation State of Play where they showed off some new and upcoming PlayStation 5, PlayStation VR2, and PC releases. It wasn't exactly the best showcase around, but it had a few highlights here and there. A recap of today's show can be found below in a proper, rapid-fire NewsBits format.

    • If you like Marvel-style banter, you're in luck. Firewalk Studios shared a new trailer for their upcoming 5v5 multiplayer hero-shooter,...
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  • Redfall Receives Fourth and Final Update Today

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    • Published: 05-30-2024, 06:02 PM
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    Redfall Receives Fourth and Final Update Today

    Offline mode is Arkane Austin's parting gift to players.

    Arkane Austin may be no more, but they offer one last gift to fans today. Redfall received Game Update 4 today and with it comes an offline mode, a new "Community Standing" feature, revamped Elder Nests, and the ability to pause while playing solo.

    Barring any catastrophic issues, this will presumably be the last update Redfall ever receives. Arkane Austin will not provide a full list of changes for the...
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  • Dungeons and Dragons Content Coming to Destiny 2

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    • Published: 05-30-2024, 02:39 PM
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    Dungeons and Dragons Content Coming to Destiny 2

    As close as you'll get to Baldur's Gate 3 in Destiny 2.

    New crossover content is set to hit Destiny 2 on June 4, 2024. On that date, Bungie will release a collaboration with Wizards of the Coast and bring various Dungeons & Dragons cosmetics into Bungie's space shooter.

    There will be "Faerûn-inspired looks will be available at the Eververse store" starting on the fourth. This collaboration begins right alongside the launch of Destiny 2: The Final Shape,...
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  • Ubisoft Forward 2024 Dated for June 10th

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    • Published: 05-30-2024, 01:52 PM
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    Ubisoft Forward 2024 Dated for June 10th

    Get new looks at Star Wars Outlaws, Assassin's Creed, and more.

    Ubisoft Forward 2024 will take place on June 10 at 12PM (PT). The annual showcase is confirmed to included fresh looks at Star Wars Outlaws, Assassin's Creed Shadows, XDefiant, and more. It should be expected that Ubisoft will dedicated a large amount of time to both Star Wars Outlaws and Assassin's Creed Shadows. While XDefiant was also mentioned in their teaser, that free-to-play shooter was already released on May 21st...
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    Make up your own definition of "complete."

    Was 2025 a big year for game completions for you, or were you more of a "stick to one never-ending, live-service game for the entire year" sort of player?

    For this, you can take whatever definition you want as a game "completion." Beat the main story? Earned 100% of the game's achievements? Or simply played enough that you're satisfied with what you accomplished and have no plans to return any time...
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